Songwriter and producer Joe Kearns has signed a global publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music.

Most recently, Kearns has been collaborating with the likes of Ellie Goulding, Camille Purcell, Au/Ra, Caroline Ailin & Starsmith and others.

After graduating from Huddersfield University, Kearns began working at British Grove Studios in West London where he worked with a host of top artists and across several prominent soundtrack scores.

He has since gone on to work with artists including Ellie Goulding with whom he has worked closely with since 2012 and continues to do so.

Based in his own West London studio space, Kearns has contributed to many multi-platinum selling and BRIT nominated projects.

“From the very first meeting with Mike and Paul, I was really impressed and felt that Warner Chappell could be the perfect home for me publishing wise.”

Joe Kearns

Joe Kearns said: “From the very first meeting with Mike and Paul, I was really impressed and felt that Warner Chappell could be the perfect home for me publishing wise.

“They have a great roster and international reputation so I’m really excited to become part of that and work closely with them going forward.”

“Joe is an extremely impressive producer who has the ability to work with a wide range of artists and genres.”

Paul Smith, Warner/Chappell Music UK

Paul Smith, Creative Director, Warner/Chappell Music UK, added: “Joe is an extremely impressive producer who has the ability to work with a wide range of artists and genres.

“He’s worked with some of the biggest names in pop and has a knack of being able to find the magic in a song. It’s great to be able to welcome him to the family.” Pictured Left to Right: George Baker (North Pole Management), Paul Smith (Creative Director, Warner/Chappell UK), Joe Kearns, Mike Smith (MD, Warner/Chappell Music UK), Paul Centellas (North Pole Management)Music Business Worldwide

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